BMW logo

BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T555 MJAMOT history

T555 MJA is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 6 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 213,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
213,751 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,747 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T555 MJA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T555 MJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 MJA was last recorded at 213,751 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 8,471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,280 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,471 miles
Average per year
8,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,751 miles
  • 2025 – 205,280 miles
  • 2024 – 197,544 miles
  • 2023 – 192,755 miles
  • 2022 – 184,724 miles
  • 2021 – 176,973 miles
  • 2020 – 169,359 miles
  • 2019 – 155,175 miles
  • 2018 – 140,837 miles
  • 2017 – 128,690 miles
  • 2016 – 117,344 miles
  • 2015 – 117,250 miles
  • 2014 – 117,228 miles
  • 2013 – 102,069 miles
  • 2012 – 92,965 miles
  • 2011 – 80,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,751 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,751 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    213,751 miles
    Test number
    929072322376
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail213,751 miles (+8,471)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,751 miles
    Test number
    668539459722
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass205,280 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    205,280 miles
    Test number
    189319937064
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail205,280 miles (+7,736)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,280 miles
    Test number
    975356405574
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass197,544 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    197,544 miles
    Test number
    685208390186
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail197,544 miles (+4,789)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,544 miles
    Test number
    273870485598
    • MajorFront Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass192,755 miles (+8,031)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    192,755 miles
    Test number
    566096484413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass184,724 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    184,724 miles
    Test number
    332258991583
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail184,724 miles (+7,751)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,724 miles
    Test number
    938341240761
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass176,973 miles (+7,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    176,973 miles
    Test number
    901432069952
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front shocker cover

  11. Pass169,359 miles (+14,184)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    169,359 miles
    Test number
    269113474687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass155,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    155,175 miles
    Test number
    333832018788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail155,173 miles (+14,336)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,173 miles
    Test number
    301525720308
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass140,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    140,837 miles
    Test number
    432887959492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail140,837 miles (+12,147)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,837 miles
    Test number
    304445004891
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  16. Pass128,690 miles (+11,346)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    128,690 miles
    Test number
    366363730465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,344 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,344 miles
    Test number
    306022992797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    117,250 miles
    Test number
    546147105030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail117,250 miles (+22)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,250 miles
    Test number
    187216805060
    • FailureNearside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

  20. Fail117,228 miles (+5,446)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,228 miles
    Test number
    896204364327
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

  21. Pass111,782 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    111,782 miles
    Test number
    256939244080
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail111,782 miles (+9,713)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,782 miles
    Test number
    325908644085
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass102,069 miles (+9,104)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,069 miles
    Test number
    867048373035
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass92,965 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    92,965 miles
    Test number
    479691832050
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCheck wheel alingment
    • NoteUnable to check rear seat belts

  25. Fail92,965 miles (+12,530)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,965 miles
    Test number
    668931732043
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCheck wheel alingment
    • NoteUnable to check rear seat belts

  26. Pass80,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    80,435 miles
    Test number
    369835121002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T555 MJA

Does T555 MJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 MJA is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 MJA?
The MOT on T555 MJA is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 MJA done?
T555 MJA was recorded at 213,751 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 8,747 miles a year.
Has T555 MJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 MJA has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T555 MJA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T555 MJA find?
T555 MJA passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush, and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T555M registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.